Management

The study of the managerial process in an organizational setting with emphasis on decision making, planning, organizing, and controlling; including discussion of motivation, leadership, communication and group dynamics in an organizational context.

This course studies the guidelines and principles of managing sport and recreation events with hands-on application in how to administer, organize, direct personnel, fundraise, market, and carry out an event. Additionally, this course will focus on information and knowledge in the area of operation and management of athletic and recreational facilities. Topics include critical/crisis planning techniques, negotiations, funding, facility design, operation, and maintenance.

Introduction to the management of information within an organization: planning, organizing, and controlling of effective information and accounting systems. Topics include analysis of available hardware and software, data base management systems, and development and management of an information system.

Introduction to production and operation management including: forecasting, capacity and material planning, inventory control, production and shop scheduling, quality control, work management, special techniques including PERT, linear programming, MRP, EOQ, and the design and location of facilities. Open to junior and senior majors.

Advanced independent study in the field of management or marketing. Open to senior majors seeking advanced study in their areas of specialization. May be repeated with different subject matter for a maximum of 6 hours.

A practical application of theoretical skills in actual job-related situations. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours. Open to junior and senior majors.

This senior-level course focuses on formulating and executing competitive business strategies. Students will integrate and apply management, marketing, finance, and operations concepts to develop solutions to complex business challenges. Case study analysis and a business simulation will be used.